Edmonton city council tackles more housing in older neighbourhoods

Edmonton city council tackles more housing in older neighbourhoods

May 20, 2025 6:10 pm MST.

Some Edmontonians living in mature neighborhoods are speaking out — asking the city to reconsider rezoning plans that would allow for large-scale developments in their neighbouroods. While others say the city needs more housing options.

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